The Meridian at Westwood
Anonymous
"Good care, convenient to hospital; recommend with cost consideration."
My mom had a good experience at Meridian at Westwood. She was well cared for and I liked the convenience to the hospital. I recommend the facility, but be prepared to pay.
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Judy Thedford
"Misadvertisement and Poor Living Conditions at this Facility"
This place looks great online, but don't be fooled. It's just a cash cow, taking advantage of residents who are too scared to assert their rights. It's a nursing home, not independent living like they promote. There are not enough perks or benefits to keep the staff happy. The food is a big deal if and when you can get it. The room prepared for my move-in was dirty, unhealthy, and without heat. And to top it all off, non-stop construction noise for hours and hours.
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Anonymous
"Clean, friendly, average; okay care services, marginal medical staff."
My loved one at Meridian at Westwood has had a pretty good experience. Cleanliness is great, staff and meals are friendly and good. Care services and value are okay, medical staff marginal.
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Gretel
"Convenient and Caring Assisted Living Near Hospital with Active Community"
Meridian is just across from Fort Walton Beach Hospital, with many doctors nearby. It's very convenient. They have a driver available during weekdays to take people to appointments. My mom has been well cared for here. I knew immediately that she would do well here. There are lots of activities and the atmosphere is inviting. They are currently renovating. There's a church within 3 miles and her friends pick her up for visits. She's also started a Bible study at this facility. The staff is very friendly. I'm visiting her right now and she has made many friends.
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CC
"Nightmare Assisted Living Experience: Bugs, Filth, and Poor Food"
This place is a total nightmare! They've taken away 5 precious months from us. We were deceived about the cleanliness, pest control, and the quality of the meals. The place is overrun with bugs, it's filthy and the meals they serve are akin to what you'd find in undeveloped countries.
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Rosanne A
"Friendly Staff and Residents at Assisted Living"
The handyman and medical technicians are really supportive. The other people living here are nice too.
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Ann D
"Great Staff Made Moving In Easy"
The workers were really supportive when we moved in.
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Linda
"Amazing staff and superb food at this facility!"
I can't find enough words to describe [name]! She is helpful, enthusiastic, professional, and truly cares for the residents. She's always smiling and giving compliments. You have a real gem here! WOW! [Name] and the dining hall staff are amazing. The food is superb, and the staff always tries to make it even better. Thanks! Our community has a true ambassador in [name], the resident care director. She helps the residents, takes us to appointments, and makes sure we return safely. Her smile is contagious! I want to compliment [name] (and [name]) who work hard on maintenance requests. The few items I had were taken care of promptly and professionally. He works hard to keep renovation issues at a minimum - an almost impossible task! [name] and [name] have been busy! We have many new residents, and these two ladies, plus [name], have done a great job introducing them to others and getting them involved so they feel at home much sooner. I've heard lots of positive comments about community relations. We have a wonderful activities director, She and her associate [name] have really improved the program in just a month! They've added a book club, pool time, expanded happy hour, bingo times, and several outings (restaurants, museums, etc.). Kudos!
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Anonymous
"Convenient Location Near Hospitals Makes Meridian at Westwood Ideal"
I really like that Meridian at Westwood is close to medical places. It’s so helpful if you need quick care.
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Norma
"Pleasant Place Assisted Living"
The food here is really tasty, and the folks are friendly. Lots of fun stuff to do!
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Anonymous
"Dedicated Staff Provide Excellent Care and Support"
The staff here works really hard and always gives their best. They are dedicated and make sure everyone gets the care they need. Their effort makes a big difference in our experience here.
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Mary
"Review of Meridian at Westwood"
We have a lot of people who help us here. They are kind, polite, and caring! We feel so blessed! When they say they’ll do something, they always do it. It might not be the same day, but it gets done.
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RJ
"Review of [Facility Name]: Amazing staff and fun activities"
The staff here is amazing. Everyone is kind, friendly, and helpful. I've told my friends and family about this place. There are lots of activities, and the activities director ([name]) listens to our ideas.
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Arnold
"Caring Staff in Older, Well-Maintained Community"
My wife and I have lived here for over 3 years. Even though our building is older and needs updates and repairs, the employees always work hard and care about the place.
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Charles
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The friendly staff at Meridian at Westwood make us feel welcome.
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Paul
"Mixed feelings about living at Meridian during construction."
We've been living here for seven years. Once the construction wraps up, I'm confident it'll be just as nice as it used to be. But right now, it's really tough. We're getting impatient with all the delays.
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Anderson
"Mixed Review of Meridian at Westwood Facility"
The folks and workers are really great. But, the place needs improvement.
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Jean
"Great staff, special thanks to dining and service team."
We have a great staff here. Special thanks to [Name] and [Name] for their amazing work in the dining room, [Name] for being a great food service director, and Sandy for being our awesome driver. We really appreciate all their hard work.
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Jacqueline
"Review of Friendly Assisted Living"
The staff and residents are so friendly, and it really matters to me.
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Betty
"Review of Meridian at Westwood"
I really like living here because of the people—both residents and staff. There are plenty of activities to enjoy. The downsides are the noisy construction and the high rent costs. The rents were increased by 4%, which is twice the 'cost of hiring.' Maybe one day it'll be a 5-star place, but not yet.
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Charley & Ann
"Delightful Visit to Meridian at Westwood"
Hi there! Just wanted to share how much we enjoyed meeting you both. Lunch and all the treats were delightful. A big thanks to [Name removed] for the detailed tour – your patience and guidance made our decision easy. Looking forward to seeing you soon!
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Margo
"Great Support and Friendly Staff at The Meridian at Westwood"
The move-in coordinator has been amazing. She helped us throughout the entire process. The rest of the office staff has also been really helpful. Everyone is so friendly and welcoming. I'm impressed by how well everyone remembers names.
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R. and J.H.
"Review of Meridian Assisted Living - Third Floor Support Team"
I think the support group for the third-floor residents at the assisted living facility is fair, helpful, and really knows their stuff. I feel comfortable calling and asking for help with our loved one’s care. Our family is very happy with the care provided. The nurses and staff are always kind and courteous to both us and our loved one.
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Anonymous
"Great care and friendly staff at this assisted living facility"
Great care and friendly staff. My mother-in-law was well taken care of and loved making new friends.
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Suzy Williams
"Happy Residents in Welcoming Environment"
The place feels really nice when you walk in. Everybody there seems to be smiling and cheerful.
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Joan Delano
"Great place for my Great Aunt, Bingo-loving resident!"
My Great Aunt lives here, and we LOVE it! She enjoys Bingo.
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Barbara Gasder
"Friendly staff made us feel welcome at the facility"
Everyone here is really nice and made us feel at home.
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Janice L. Hill
"Warmly welcomed and wonderfully treated."
Our card group was warmly welcomed here. They’ve been wonderful to us.
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Delores Marshall
"Great atmosphere and friendly staff!"
It's been wonderful coming here. I love the friendly vibe. Thanks!
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Karen Klug
"Best Assisted Living Community in the Area!"
This is definitely the best assisted living community around!
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Sylvester Long
"Friendly and Welcoming Place with Great Atrium and Trees"
My tour was really nice. Everyone was super friendly and easy to chat with. I need to find a place to move in the next few months, and this spot is definitely at the top of my list. P.S. The Atrium and trees were awesome!
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Lana Riddle
"“Fantastic Assisted Living Experience!”"
The staff is awesome, the community looks nice, and it’s a wonderful place to live.
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Janice Williams
"Friendly and helpful staff, great place to live"
This is a great place to live. The staff here is always friendly and super helpful.
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Jenny McIntyre
"Best place for grandma's care!"
My grandma stayed at their assisted living and loved it. Everyone was super nice and took great care of her. Awesome community! Highly recommend! Best senior living in FWB!
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Tony Harkleroad
"Great location with friendly staff and lots of activities"
This place is in a great location and offers a lot of activities. The staff is very friendly.
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Marsha Johnson
"“Caring Staff Goes the Extra Mile!”"
The staff at the facility really goes above and beyond to help my mom with her care and needs.
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Anonymous
"Fairly Decent Living Community, Still Needs Some Improvements"
My mom is still trying to get used to her new home in this community. It's fairly decent, but there's definitely room for enhancements. There are a lot of newcomers in the staff, and it seems they're still adjusting to the everyday routines. Also, my mom isn't really happy with the way meals are served. The serving is slow, leaving her to always eat last and leave last. The community shines when it comes to keeping things clean, but there have been a few issues with how my mom's laundry is handled. We're still trying to figure things out in this community.
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Anonymous
"Safe and Caring Community for My Mother-in-Law"
My mother-in-law is doing great since she moved here. We feel she's safe and well cared for. The staff is really nice and takes good care of her. We're happy with everything they've done for us. This community is awesome, and we recommend it a lot!
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Anonymous
"Zero Professionalism and Misleading info, Really Disappointing!"
This place really let me down. I planned a visit and nobody was there when I showed up. When the nurse finally came, she didn't know anything about the place. I was totally put off by their lack of professionalism. They mentioned they had a nice garden, but all I saw were weeds.
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Anonymous
"Great place for Dad!"
We went to take a tour without an appointment, but they still welcomed us. They were very helpful and super nice. We really liked this place, and this is where Dad will be staying. We saw residents out and talking with the staff.
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Anonymous
"Caring Community"
I took a great tour of this place. It looked nice and super clean. The way everything was set up made it easy to get around. The staff knew a lot and answered all my questions. It’s a really friendly place where they truly care about the people who live here.
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Anonymous
""Potential, But Not Yet Ready For In-Laws, And Far""
Under new management. They're still fixing things up. It has potential, but at the moment, I wouldn't put my wife's parents there. It's also quite a drive for us.
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Anonymous
"Fantastic place to live, like home!"
This is a fantastic place to live!
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Anonymous
"A Loving, Long-Term Staff Makes Westwood Feel Like Family"
The Meridian at Westwood, known as "Westwood," has seen many changes and big renovations over the years. But the one thing that has stayed the same for my parents is the amazing staff. My parents have lived at Westwood for 12 years and feel like they are part of a big family. Many staff members have been there for over 5, 10, even 15 or 20 years. They’ve always treated my parents and the other residents with respect and love, like family.
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Anonymous
"Decent Facility but Not Ideal for Our Needs"
I visited this community while searching for care options for a family member. The place looked nice and tidy, and my family member had some buddies here who spoke highly of it! However, I felt like the care provided wasn't exactly what my family member required at that point. In general, it appears to be a good place, and it's worth considering for those exploring independent living.
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Anonymous
"Entirely Satisfied with Wellington Place"
We’re really happy with how things are going at Wellington Place. I’d give them top scores for everything; they’ve managed everything as well as you could hope. The place is clean and well-maintained, and the staff do a great job taking care of the people who live here.
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Sue
"Warm and Welcoming Home for Mom"
My mom really likes this place. The people are all nice and they help her a lot.
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Anonymous
"Great Experience So Far"
It's been really good so far. We haven't had any problems yet. The place is clean, and the staff is friendly. The building is well-maintained, although it's older. The graduated care they offer here is why we picked them.
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Anonymous
"Very friendly and helpful staff!"
I was really impressed with how friendly everyone was, especially Chris, the manager. He went out of his way to help my mom and me. They made sure everything went smoothly for us. The activities are great and keep my mom busy all day. The food is really good, and the dining hall is nice. I was very impressed with Meridian at Westwood and highly recommend them.
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Bill McGee
"Chrisalizing the Meridian Experience"
I had a great time visiting and working to find a place for my mom at the Meridian. He was super friendly, and so was the rest of the staff. They were not just friendly but also very encouraging and dedicated to their jobs and the well-being of the seniors. The meals were amazing with lots of choices. There were activities every day and every hour. The owner even let my mom and me try some of these activities before we made our final decision. I got to stay the day before I flew back to Canada, and I really appreciated that. It’s an awesome place to be part of and live in.
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Anonymous
"Lacking Japanese Tenants, Nice Assisted Living Facility Impresses with Tonya's Care"
Two weeks ago, I visited a nice assisted living facility. However, I noticed there were no Japanese tenants, which is important considering my mother's ethnicity and insecurities. Tonya was wonderful.
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Anonymous
"A Brief Respite Stay with No Complaints"
I stayed here just for one night. When I wanted to leave, it took a bit of effort to find someone to help with the checkout. They had a nice little happy hour, which was enjoyable. The food was okay. Overall, during my stay, I didn’t notice anything that needed improvement.
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Anonymous
"Wonderful place with good food and enough parking"
It's a great place! I love it here! They have some activities, but not as many as I expected. The food is fantastic; I recently had a meal there with my loved one. There's plenty of parking.
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Mark
"Joyful Residents Thrive!"
We stayed here for a short break, and they're super organized. The people who live here are really, really happy. Instead of staying isolated in their rooms, they interact a lot with others. When you walk in, there's a big round table where they play games, chat, and read. It's fantastic.
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Anonymous
"Good Place for Loved Ones, Limited Care Availability"
We had our family member stay here, but had to leave because they couldn't give the care she needed. It looked like a nice small town, and we hope to bring her back someday.
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